Most basement drains are large and should already have an access port somewhere in the drain line.
How to unclog a floor drain in the basement.
Also don t turn on any taps until you are completely sure you have unclogged the floor drain.
Undo the two retaining screws and remove the round grate cover from the drain hole.
Step 2 locate the access point.
Let that sit a few minutes then pour a mixture of one cup of vinegar and one cup of very hot water on top of the baking soda.
Start by pouring a pot of boiling hot water down the drain followed by cup baking soda.
The basement floor drain is the final point for all the pipes in the house which lead dirty water out.
Use a phillips screwdriver to remove the screw that holds the drain cover in place.
Cable inserted through the cleanout opening.
Ask everyone in the house not to use run any water till you unclog the drain.
Sewage odors could indicate a leaking or empty gas trap.
For clogged floor drains such as those in basements and showers a garden hose can be effective in unclogging drains especially if the clog is not close to the opening.
Reach into the drain to scoop out gunk with your hands.
Dispose of it in the container you have at the ready.
Unscrew the drain cover using a screwdriver.
Scoop up as much of the water as possible in a bucket and discard it in a safe location.
Then turn the water on full force for a few moments.
Step by step guide to unclog your basement floor drain step 1.
Start with a general purpose drilling or retrieving tool attached to the cable and complete the job with a finishing tool.
Sometimes baking soda and vinegar can unclog a drain if the blockage isn t especially stubborn.
Pour a half a cup of baking soda down the drain followed by a quart of white vinegar a few times a year for an inexpensive way to remove and prevent those stinks.
Stash the screw carefully so it won t get lost put on rubber gloves and lift up the cover.
Attach the hose to a faucet feed the hose into the drain as far as it will go and jam rags around the hose at the opening.
Allow about 15 minutes for the oil to penetrate into the threads.
This will give you proper access to the floor drain.
In some cases if the concrete floor or tiles are covering it you may need to chisel the floor to get to the screws.